Belvoir Castle, a fairytale destination in the heart of Leicestershire’s countryside, has a new line up of tours kicking off in May.
Experiences inside the 17th century castle are tailored to all interests and enlighten couples, families and groups with exclusive information and behind-the-scenes stories about the heritage location.
Liz Flodman, visitor experience sales manager at Belvoir Castle, said: “We’ve curated a selection of new tours which encapsulate Belvoir’s charm, beauty and secrets. Step behind-the-scenes and walk in the footsteps of a former butler or venture out onto the parkland via our electric bus. Whatever you’re interested in, there are exciting ways to explore our beautiful Regency Castle and see another side of our Estate this year.”
Visitors can experience an in-depth insight into life in a stately home and see the less glamorous parts of Belvoir Castle on the What the Butler Saw experience. On selected dates in May, June and August, knowledgeable guides spill the secrets of servant life and share stories, anecdotes and characters who worked to support the Dukes and Duchesses of the past.
This year, art enthusiasts can wander the Castle’s extensive art galleries on a special tour of the Duke of Rutland’s collection, which includes paintings by Gainsborough, Reynolds and the Dutch Masters. Join the Film Lover’s Tour and hear first-hand accounts about how film crews used Belvoir Castle’s interior splendour and exterior facades, that feature in multiple period dramas including Netflix’s The Crown and BBC’s The Young Victoria.
In the Castle’s grounds, visitors can explore the Estate on a Capability Brown Parkland Tour from the comfort of an electric vehicle. Guided by Belvoir’s expert gardeners, guests will learn all about the Estate and how the current Duke and Duchess of Rutland found plans originally drawn up by Sir Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. The drawings were thought to be lost in a fire but were instead used to transform the parkland and bring his vision to life.
Also new for 2025 are seasonal Garden Tours and quaint Orchard Tours where ticket holders embrace the quintessential English country garden, breathe in some fresh air and learn about Belvoir’s passion for produce including heritage apple cider, wines from its own vineyard, lamb and Herefordshire beef.
“For an extra special experience, tour goers in 2025 can get access to areas of the Castle which are usually out of bounds to the public. The Exclusive Belvoir Tour tells stories of royals and celebrities who have visited the destination and its Dukes and Duchesses over the years,” Liz added.
The What The Butler Saw tour takes place on selected dates in May, June and August, the Belvoir Art Collection Tour and Exclusive Belvoir Tour kick off on 12th May and run until October, with the Film Lovers’ Tour running on selected dates through June, July and September.
General admission with a Castle and Garden ticket is £23.40 for adults, £21.60 for students and over 65s, £9 for children and free for under threes, when booked in advance. Curated tours are an additional fee.
For more information and to book tickets visit: www.belvoircastle.com
Posted on 07 May 2025
